In the transformative era of “data-ism”, where the digital landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the legal domain has become a focal point of global discourse. As we navigate the complexities of this new era, issues arising from AI technologies permeate various facets of society, compelling us to reassess traditional legal frameworks and procedural norms. The emergence of AI-related legal challenges, from algorithmic bias and privacy concerns to the implications of autonomous decisionmaking systems, underscores the critical need for a dedicated judicial institution at the European Union level. The vision of establishing an EU-level court for AI regulation is not merely a response to technological advancements but a proactive initiative to shape the contours of justice in the digital age. This envisioned court stands as a testament to the EU’s commitment to fostering forward-thinking legal environment that grapples with the intricacies of AI governance. This project sets the stage for exploring the profound impact of AI on law-courts, prompting the research question: “To what degree does the impact of AI-related judicial issues on legal procedures influence the architectural form and spatial organization of legal spaces?” Recent instances exemplify the urgency of addressing AI in the legal sphere. Cases such as algorithmic bias in predictive policing models, the debate around facial recognition technology, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI in criminal justice highlight the dynamic challenges that demand novel legal approaches. Against this backdrop, the research question takes center stage, probing the nuanced relationship between AIinduced shifts in legal procedures and the architectural adaptability required within legal spaces. The project thus explores the complex interplay between AI, the legal system, and the physical structures that house justice. It underscores the relevance of establishing an EU-level court dedicated to AI regulation, positioning it as a pivotal entity in navigating the uncharted waters of data-ism and ensuring that justice remains equitable, transparent, and ethically grounded in an era defined by the omnipresence of data and artificial intelligence.

This thesis provides an historical overview of the development of anthroposophy in the Netherlands and its impact on school architecture, with a specific focus on the Vrije School in The Hague. Through primary and secondary source analysis, the paper explores the origin of anthroposophy and the Waldorf education system, the influence of anthroposophy on architecture and design, the spread of the anthroposophical movement in the Netherlands and the establishment of the first Waldorf School in the Hague. Further it investigates the key principles and features of anthroposophical design found in school architecture practice during the early spread of the movement. It explores anthroposophical school design as organic architecture, which communicates with people on an emotional, psychological, mental, moral, and spiritual level. The case study of the Vrije School allows for a better understanding of the application of anthroposophical principles in school architecture, including the school's L-shaped floor plan, the use of organic forms and colors, and the careful consideration given to supporting the Waldorf education system. Overall, this research highlights the course of events that led to the development of anthroposophy and the Waldorf education system in the Netherlands and formed important motives behind the design of the Vrije School.